Communicable, Non Communicable Diseases

Question 1

What is a communicable disease?

Answer 1

A disease that can be transmitted from one person to another.

Question 2

True or False: Non-communicable diseases can be spread through pathogens.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Examples of communicable diseases include _____ and influenza.

Answer 3

tuberculosis

Question 4

What is the main cause of non-communicable diseases?

Answer 4

Lifestyle factors, genetic predisposition, and environmental influences.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a communicable disease? A) HIV B) Diabetes C) Malaria

Answer 5

B) Diabetes

Question 6

Short answer: Name one way communicable diseases can be prevented.

Answer 6

Vaccination

Question 7

True or False: Non-communicable diseases can be caused by infectious agents.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

What is the role of the immune system in communicable diseases?

Answer 8

It helps to protect the body against pathogens.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Chronic diseases are often referred to as _____ diseases.

Answer 9

non-communicable

Question 10

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a risk factor for non-communicable diseases? A) Smoking B) Bacteria C) Viruses

Answer 10

A) Smoking